Even though I am thin compared to others, I seem to have a cholesterol level just a bit higher than what it's supposed to be, probably about 14 points more. But the problem is, my family is Asian, and they use a lot of vegetable oil. I try to tell them that I shouldn't eat so much of this, but they say I'm not fat and I should eat more at this stage. But I don't want my level to rise. What do I do?
2007-09-05 14:13:20 · 8 answers · asked by Lone Star 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
My sister-in-law had an elevated LDL-cholesterol level, and is very slender. With medication and a few minor changes in diet (cutting back on red meat), she has brought her levels under control. Her physician informed her that heredity, in her case, played a major role. According to the National Institutes of Health website, "1 in 500 people is familial hypercholesterolemia (genetics-based high cholesterol), which often leads to early heart disease. But even if you do not have a specific genetic form of high cholesterol, genes play a role in influencing your LDL-cholesterol level." I would suggest speaking with your doctor about the possibility of family history playing a role, and about the different treatment options available. They would be the best source of information.
2007-09-05 14:48:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the ratio of HDL:LDL is more important than the total cholesterol value. 70% of the total cholesterol value is the result of genetic factors, the diet plays a very little part.
vegetables oils do not contain much of the bad carrier of cholesterol or Low Density Lipoproteins (LDL), these are found primarily in animal fats. increasing your fiber intake would probably be the easiest thing to do since changing the cooking oils is not an option as that would obviously effect the taste of all foods cooked. getting in the recommended 30 grams of fiber daily will help to reduce total cholesterol vaules.
2007-09-06 07:08:42 · answer #2 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You don't have a cholesterol problem. if your figures are only 14 points higher that what the ridiculous current guidelines are you are healthy and normal. The poster above me has good advice for you.
2007-09-12 04:53:09 · answer #3 · answered by men in black 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your mom about switching to a heart healthy cooking oil and consider taking a supplement that contains plant sterols to help lower your cholesterol.
2007-09-05 14:18:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your doctor explain this to your parents if possible. Show them your cholesterol test and any literature that will support your position. Have an elder in your community that will support you and explain this to your parents.
One of my best friends is Asian with very traditional parents I can only say good luck to you trying to convince them to change.
2007-09-13 10:18:42 · answer #5 · answered by staymay 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Plant based cooking oil will not significantly hurt your cholesterol. Its animal fat that is high in cholesterol.
2007-09-05 14:21:43 · answer #6 · answered by Dusie 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
bread, and, potatoes, cookies are bad for cholesterol, swich to a leaner oil.
2007-09-13 11:27:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can they switch to canola oil?
2007-09-05 14:21:08 · answer #8 · answered by nursesr4evr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋